Venango County House Hunting: Things to Look For

Most home buyers - whether new to the process or experienced homeowners - want to buy their dream home. And, it's common to lose sight of your goals with all the homes in Venango County that seem like good candidates (list price, location, etc.).

So, to help you streamline your "good enough" list from the computer to the list of properties you visit, take this checklist along when you go shopping for your house. Make note of the items that are most important to you. It'll help you put things in line and use sensible ways to measure the homes you're seeing. Keeping this list handy, you can judge the characteristics of two or three homes. Click here to print this page.

Buying a house is a new experience, but not an easy decision. We can give you advice about choosing a place that you'll call home. Call Oil Region Realty, Venango County's real estate experts, at (814) 437-2326 and we can help you get on the right track to the home of your dreams.

Home Buyer Checklist

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Venango County Address

Listing Price

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Real Estate Taxes

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The Community

Miles Away From Work

Near Schools

Miles Away From Shops / Dining

Highways Nearby

Miles Away From Public Transportation

Near Hospitals

Close to Churches

Garbage Collection

Traffic Signs

Bike Friendly

Streets / Alleys Well-Maintained

Traffic Volume

Walking / Biking Trails

Neighbors' Properties Well-Maintained

All Utilities Available

Neighborhood Rules

Near Airports / Trains

Area Zoned Residential

Near Industry

Proposed Special Assessments

Green-Friendly Neighborhood

The Home

Year Home Built

No. of Stories

Wood Frame, Brick Frame or Siding

Roof Condition

Foundation Appearance

General Exterior Appearance

Garage Size

No. of Bathrooms

No. of Closets

No. of Bedrooms

Oil, Gas or Electric Heat

Insulation

Central Air Conditioning

Energy-Conservation Features

Age of Heating System

Age of Water Heater

Capacity of Water Heater

Age of Electrical Wiring

Plumbing Quality

Estimated Water Bill

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Estimated Heating Bill

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Estimated Electric Bill

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Living Room

Fireplace

Separate Dining Space

Family Room

Carpeting - No. of Rooms

Eat-In Kitchen

Refrigerator

Stove / Oven (Gas / Electric)

Garbage Disposal

Dishwasher

Broken / Drafty Windows

Storm Windows / Screens

Washer / Dryer Outlets

Laundry Area

Finished Basement

Attic

Sump Pump / Drainage

Connected to Sewer System

Patio / Deck

Backyard Fence

Curb Appeal

Property Boundaries

Security (dead bolts, detectors)

Building Code

Compliance

Ability to Expand / Expand House

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